This photograph shows the hospital ambulance,about 1930, parked outside the X-ray Department. When the first ambulance was introduced to the hospital many nurses and doctors found it quite a harrowing experience to ride in the back with patients.

The Manchester Unity Oddfellows Lodge Hall was in Cuba Street, Palmerston North, between David and Andrew Young Streets. The hall is decorated and the tables set for the wedding of Gertie Gillies and Frank Giddings. From left: Tas Simmons; Nancy Gillies; Hilda Bailey. Also see 2008P_Hl3_A-E_1478